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All the Ways Haim Were Badasses on SNL This Weekend

Not that I don't love Peeta, but if you ask me, Haim kinda stole SNL this weekend. I spent all of last week recovering from the mental scarring that was Lady Gaga and R. Kelly's onstage wrestling sesh, and Haim's kickass turn in Studio 8H was the salve that soothed my burns for good. Their musical perfection was only the beginning, guys. Let's review:

1) They were adorable and excited before going on.

2) They played "The Wire," showcasing the exceptional depth of their voices, which is even more impressive live.

3) Danielle was being very Patti Smith, and I was digging it.

4) Este made THE BEST faces. These faces are like energy drinks for my soul. I just want to go out and conquer something.

5) Alana was in charge of the smiling, and she did a great job.

6) Sometimes I just had to sit back and think about how fun it is to watch three girls and three guitars tear it up onstage.

7) Later, they helped out on the show's '80s-themed sketch, which I almost couldn't enjoy because I knew I wouldn't be able to share it to you guys, thanks to music licensing. But then their side-ponies saved it for me.

8) They whipped their luscious hurr around for this artsy shot.

9) They played "Don't Save Me" and made lots of ticklish yipping sounds.

10) I hope you didn't miss Alana's drumstick choreography.

11) They were adorable and excited after going on. And Josh Hutcherson benefited from it.